Information in our posts and case histories is of tremendous value to all our members and is also used for formal studies. It is extremely important that it be factual. To help protect the data and your privacy only members of the main ECIR Group are granted access to the Case History Group. If you are concerned about privacy you need only give your first name and general location. The use of pseudonyms to keep your equine professionals anonymous is encouraged.

Don't delay in beginning your Case History with the information you have. Missing information it can be added as you obtain it. The faster your case history is uploaded, the faster you will receive support from the volunteers.

A complete and up-to-date case history is invaluable when an equine emergency crops up. Accurate documentation of management changes, the equine's responses, blood work results and links to the equine's photo album not only helps the ECIR Group gain the trust and respect of science-based equine professionals, but can be used by vets who are on the ground trying to help your horse. Your Case History is the best way to effectively monitor and illustrate the results in PPID and EMS management changes.

When the time comes that you or your equine no longer need the ECIR Forum's advice, please leave your photos and case history folder intact. Your information will be used in the future to confirm or re-shape ECIR protocols and help other members learn. This is the best way to give back to the ECIR for the help you and your horse have received.